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1930s French Armoire

French Provincial Style Painted Armoire C. 1930's
Located in Los Angeles, CA
French Provincial Style painted armoire with a double-door design and an arched top. The armoire
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Vintage 1930s French French Provincial Wardrobes and Armoires

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Metal

Large Art Deco Oak four-door Armoire by Charles Dudouyt, France, 1930s.
By Charles Dudouyt
Located in Almelo, NL
Large Art Deco Oak four-door armoire by Charles Dudouyt, France, 1930s. This Oak Art Deco four
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Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Wardrobes and Armoires

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Brass

French Art Deco Painted Iron Wardrobe, circa 1930s
Located in Isle Sur La Sorgue, Vaucluse
Elegant and unusual armoire made of heavy iron, with original ivory paint finish. The front door is
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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Wardrobes and Armoires

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Iron

Vintage French Art Deco Large Walnut Cupboard/ Cabinet / Bookcase, 1930s
Located in South Shields, GB
A large Art Deco walnut cabinet / bookcase - made in France, circa 1930's There are 3 doors - one
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Vintage 1930s British Art Deco Wardrobes and Armoires

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Wood, Walnut

art deco French wardrobe in the style of Maurice Dufrène from the 1930s
By Maurice Dufrêne
Located in Ternay, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes
Large 1930s art deco wardrobe in the style of Maurice Dufrène. This armoire has two hinged side
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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Wardrobes and Armoires

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Mirror, Wood

1930s Modernist Wardrobe by André Sornay, Stamped and Documented
By Andre Sornay
Located in CA, CA
This masterful and exceptionally proportioned Modernist wardrobe by André Sornay shows why his stature as one of the most important designers of the Art Deco period has only grown ov...
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Vintage 1940s French Art Deco Wardrobes and Armoires

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Wood

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1930s Art Deco Wardrobe Amboyna Burl Veneer
Located in Berlin, DE
Beautiful Art Deco wardrobe with three doors and three drawers.
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20th Century French Art Deco Wardrobes and Armoires

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Amboyna

1930s Art Deco Wardrobe Amboyna Burl Veneer
1930s Art Deco Wardrobe Amboyna Burl Veneer
H 78.75 in W 66.93 in D 18.9 in
Antique Mahogany Empire Armoire Wardrobe France 1930s
Located in North York, ON
This simply gorgeous armoire was made in France in the 1930s. It features beautifully figured
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Vintage 1930s French Wardrobes and Armoires

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Satinwood

Antique Art Deco Rosewood Armoire Cabinet 1930s from France
Located in North York, ON
This antique rosewood and walnut art deco armoire is simply stunning. Made in France, this piece
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20th Century French Wardrobes and Armoires

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Rosewood, Walnut

French Thuya Burl Art Deco Wardrobe or Armoire, 1930s
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Stunning and rare Art Deco wardrobe or armoire. Striking French design from the thirties. Thuya
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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Wardrobes and Armoires

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Burl

French Art Deco 1930s Armoire from Paris.
Located in Vancouver, British Columbia
Simple, elegant and small-scale French Art Deco armoire of excellent quality, the doors veneered in
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Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Wardrobes and Armoires

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Birch, Macassar

20th century French Art deco Walnut Armoire, 1930s
Located in LEGNY, FR
amber glass. Typical 1930s style. Very good condition and superb quality.
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Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Wardrobes and Armoires

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Glass, Walnut

1930s French Art Deco Burl Wood Mirrored Armoire Cabinet
Located in Detroit, MI
This incredible antique Art Deco lacquered wood armoire wardrobe cabinet is circa 1930. It is
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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Wardrobes and Armoires

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Brass, Steel, Chrome

Wooden Locker, 1930's
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
Wooden locker from the 1930s. The cabinet is made of pine and plywood. The locker has storage
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Vintage 1930s French Industrial Wardrobes and Armoires

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Iron

Wooden Locker, 1930's
Wooden Locker, 1930's
H 78.75 in W 38.59 in L 78.75 in
Antique Ribbon Mahogany Art Deco Armoire Wardrobe Circa 1930s
Located in North York, ON
Made in the 1930s and imported from France, this stunning ribbon mahogany armoire is fine example
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20th Century French Wardrobes and Armoires

Antique French Country Louis XV Armoire Wardrobe Cabinet Linen Closet Oak 1930s
Located in Tyler, TX
Interior Shelves~~c. 1930s BEAUTIFUL STATEMENT PIECE~~early 20th century French oak armoire or
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Early 20th Century French Louis XV Wardrobes and Armoires

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Oak

Vintage 1930s Art Deco Desbornes Burl Wood Armoire
Located in west palm beach, FL
A fabulous vintage French Art Deco armoire. A beautiful Burl wood cabinet with inset glass door
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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Wardrobes and Armoires

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Nickel

French Teak Maiden Cabinet, 1930s
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
Teak maiden cabinet made in the 1930's in France. On the inside two shelves and one drawer at the
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Vintage 1930s French French Provincial Wardrobes and Armoires

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Teak

French Teak Maiden Cabinet, 1930s
French Teak Maiden Cabinet, 1930s
H 57.09 in W 29.93 in D 19.69 in
French Art Deco Mirrored Wardrobe, France, 1930s
Located in South Bend, IN
Exceptional 1930s French Art Deco knockdown wardrobe. The wardrobe features stunning burl wood
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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Wardrobes and Armoires

Pine House Keepers Cupboard with Drawers, 1930's
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
Pine cabinet from circa 1930. With 5 drawers made with dovetail joints and three shelves behind the
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Vintage 1930s French Rustic Wardrobes and Armoires

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Pine

Pine House Keepers Cupboard with Drawers, 1930's
Pine House Keepers Cupboard with Drawers, 1930's
H 63.39 in W 39.38 in L 63.39 in
Vintage Pine Shop Fitting, 1930's
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
Vintage shop fitting from the 1930s. Made of pine. With 6 drawers.
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Vintage 1930s French Rustic Wardrobes and Armoires

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Pine

Vintage Pine Shop Fitting, 1930's
Vintage Pine Shop Fitting, 1930's
H 49.22 in W 49.61 in D 18.12 in
French 1930s Clothes Rack Stand
Located in Copenhagen K, DK
Elegant yet fun and eye-catching vintage French outwerwear stand, from circa 1930s in a lovely Art
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Early 20th Century French Wardrobes and Armoires

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Wicker, Rattan

French 1930s Clothes Rack Stand
French 1930s Clothes Rack Stand
H 78.75 in W 39.77 in L 78.75 in
1930s Large Wardrobe, Red Lacquered, Chinoiserie Relief Stucco, Maple, France
Located in Girona, Girona
condition. France, circa 1930.
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Vintage 1930s French Chinoiserie Wardrobes and Armoires

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Brass, Gold Leaf

Louis Majorelle French Art Deco Cabinet 1930s
By Louis Majorelle
Located in New York, NY
A wonderful large dark mahogany and hammered bronze French Art Deco cabinet by Louis Majorelle. It
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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Wardrobes and Armoires

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Bronze, Iron

1930s Compactom Steamer Trunk
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
This closet is perfectly fitted inside. On the left hand side, it has got an articulated hanging section and a shelf. On the right hand side it has got a series of four glazed comp...
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Vintage 1930s French Wardrobes and Armoires

1930s Compactom Steamer Trunk
1930s Compactom Steamer Trunk
H 68.9 in W 50.4 in D 21.66 in
Antique French Art Deco Birdseye Maple Wardrobe Cabinet 1930s
Located in Detroit, MI
This incredible antique Art Deco wood linen cabinet or wardrobe cabinet is circa 1930. The cabinet
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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Wardrobes and Armoires

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Brass

20th century French Art deco Wardrobe with a Mirror, 1930s
Located in LEGNY, FR
Very nice Art deco Birdseye maple wardrobe from the 1930s. On the left side, there are two doors
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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Wardrobes and Armoires

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Metal

1930s Walnut Burl Wardrobe Art Deco Period
Located in Marseille, FR
Hollywoodian style wardrobe from the 1930s Art Deco period in walnut burl with amazing shapes
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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Wardrobes and Armoires

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Walnut

1930s Walnut Burl Wardrobe Art Deco Period
1930s Walnut Burl Wardrobe Art Deco Period
H 73.23 in W 82.68 in D 25.2 in
1930s Walnut Burl Armoirette Art Deco Period
Located in Marseille, FR
Hollywood style wardrobe from the 1930s Art Deco period in walnut burl with amazing shapes, height
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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Wardrobes and Armoires

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Walnut

1930s Walnut Burl Armoirette Art Deco Period
1930s Walnut Burl Armoirette Art Deco Period
H 73.23 in W 82.68 in D 25.2 in
Large Art Deco Wardrobe from the 1930s French Ebony Macassar and Rosewood Rio
Located in Ternay, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes
Art Deco wardrobe from the 1930s French ebony Macassar and rosewood rio.
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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Wardrobes and Armoires

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Macassar, Palisander

Antique Steamer Trunk by Innovation, 1930s
Located in Leuven, Vlaams Gewest
useful. Great as a display stand for a shop or as a decorative piece in any room. 1930s, France
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Vintage 1930s French Victorian Wardrobes and Armoires

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Copper

Antique Steamer Trunk by Innovation, 1930s
Antique Steamer Trunk by Innovation, 1930s
H 43.31 in W 23.63 in D 23.63 in
Industrial Vintage Locker by Strafor, 1930s
Located in Nijmegen, NL
This vintage locker was manufactured by the French company Strafor. It is made entirely from metal
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Early 20th Century French Industrial Wardrobes and Armoires

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Metal

Industrial Vintage Locker by Strafor, 1930s
Industrial Vintage Locker by Strafor, 1930s
H 77.17 in W 47.84 in D 12.6 in
1930s French Mahogany Burl Wood Armoire
Located in Chicago, IL
High gloss French mahogany burl wood armoire with mirror, c. 1930. Fluted panel doors cover
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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Wardrobes and Armoires

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Mirror, Burl

1930s French Mahogany Burl Wood Armoire
1930s French Mahogany Burl Wood Armoire
H 71.5 in W 75 in D 22.25 in
Vintage French Walnut Armoire
Located in Dallas, TX
Classic vintage 1930s French 2-door walnut armoire with 3 shelves and bottom drawer. Armoire
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Vintage 1930s French French Provincial Wardrobes and Armoires

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Walnut

Vintage French Walnut Armoire
Vintage French Walnut Armoire
H 96 in W 37.5 in D 22 in
1930’s Original French Style Metal Four Door Mesh Locker by Narragansett
By Objects With Narratives
Located in Buffalo, NY
1930’s Original French style metal four door mesh INDUSTRIAL locker by Narragansett. The company
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Vintage 1930s Industrial Wardrobes and Armoires

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Metal, Steel

Art Deco Armoire with Decorative Illustrations by Artisan Maker
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Armoire, walnut, glass, France, 1930s This exceptional armoire undoubtedly breathes the Art Deco
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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Wardrobes and Armoires

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Glass, Walnut

Industrial Vintage Locker by Strafor, 1930s
By Strafor
Located in Nijmegen, NL
This vintage locker was manufactured by the French company Strafor. It is made entirely from metal
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Early 20th Century French Industrial Wardrobes and Armoires

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Metal

Industrial Vintage Locker by Strafor, 1930s
Industrial Vintage Locker by Strafor, 1930s
H 72.05 in W 37.01 in D 13 in
1920s-1930s Goyard Trunk, Goyard Wardrobe Double Hanging Section Steamer Trunk
By Goyard
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
This beautiful Goyard wardrobe features the very famous and sought after chevrons canvas as well as solid brass fittings: solid brass lock, clasps and corners. Its main lock is stamp...
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Vintage 1920s French Wardrobes and Armoires

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Brass

1930's French Armoire
Located in New York, NY
1930's French, limed oak two door armoire
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Vintage 1930s French Wardrobes and Armoires

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Oak

1930's French Armoire
1930's French Armoire
H 66.571 in W 71 in D 20.5 in
French painted single door armoire 1930's french.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Painted single door armoire painted with beveled arched mirror.
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Vintage 1930s French Wardrobes and Armoires

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Wood, Mirror

Two 1930s Armoires
Located in Paris, ile de france
Two 1930s armoires in black lacquered wood and parchment; with no inside shelves.
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Vintage 1930s French Wardrobes and Armoires

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Wood, Parchment Paper

Two 1930s Armoires
Two 1930s Armoires
H 58.27 in W 36.23 in D 18.9 in
French circa 1930's Signed Louis Majorelle Armoire/ Bookcase
Located in Hialeah, FL
Circa 1930's Authentic Louis Majorelle Armoire/ Bookcase. 5 center drawers, 2 large side doors with
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Vintage 1930s French Bookcases

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Metal

1930s Louis Vuitton Wardrobe Trunk or Malle Armoire
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Haguenau, FR
museum biggest exhibition in Europe of trunk with more than 650 items. To comply with the French law
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Vintage 1930s French Trunks and Luggage

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Brass

Louis Vuitton Wardrobe Trunk with Key, circa 1930s, Malle Armoire
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Haguenau, FR
Malle Louis Vuitton (wardrobe) with key. - Lock and brass hasp. - border brown in lozine. - Corner black metal. - Original shoes suitcase inside. Six original trays. Hardware, ...
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Vintage 1930s French Trunks and Luggage

French Louis XVI Style Walnut Armoire, 1930s
Located in Austin, TX
A very attractive 1930s three-door armoire made of walnut wood in the Louis XVI style with some Art
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Vintage 1930s French Louis XVI Wardrobes and Armoires

French Art Deco Black Cabinet or Armoire, 1930s
Located in Austin, TX
A stunning French Art Deco cabinet that was painted black with light grey interior. The piece was
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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Wardrobes and Armoires

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Metal, Brass

French Art Deco Armoire
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This 1930s French Art Deco-style armoire is covered in burled walnut veneers in the original light
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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Wardrobes and Armoires

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Brass

French Art Deco Armoire
French Art Deco Armoire
H 73 in W 68 in D 20 in
Stunning, 1930s Original Painted French Four-Door Armoire
Located in Lingfield, West Sussex
This is a beautiful French four-door armoire that i recently purchased as part of a bedroom suite
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20th Century French Louis XV Bedroom Sets

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1930s French Armoire For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal 1930s French armoire for your home. A 1930s French armoire — often made from wood, metal and glass — can elevate any home. Whether you’re looking for an older or newer 1930s French armoire, there are earlier versions available from the 20th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 20th Century. A 1930s French armoire made by Art Deco designers — as well as those associated with Industrial — is very popular. Louis Vuitton, Goyard and André Sornay each produced at least one beautiful 1930s French armoire that is worth considering.

How Much is a 1930s French Armoire?

Prices for a 1930s French armoire start at $575 and top out at $98,000 with the average selling for $5,555.

Finding the Right Wardrobes-armoires for You

When shopping for antique and vintage wardrobes and armoires for your home, there are several things to keep in mind, not least of which is question number 1:

What is the difference between an armoire and a wardrobe?

The difference between an armoire and a wardrobe is actually simple: An armoire is merely an ornate wardrobe. A wardrobe is a tall, streamlined storage cabinet that usually has some combination of drawers, shelves and hanging rods.

Antique and vintage armoires, on the other hand, are freestanding, heavy wooden structures that typically feature decorative metal hinges and pictorial carvings. Armoires are large cabinets that aren’t outfitted with the varied storage features that wardrobes now commonly have. Armoires often have one or two doors and a hanging bar and allow for quick access. Whether a minimalist mid-century modern wardrobe or grandiose Victorian-era armoire is the right fit for you, both are highly functional furnishings and can be a smart storage solution.

Armoires have been around since medieval times, and initially they may have housed weapons and armor. In their early days, armoires were often adorned with elaborate carvings and lavish paintings, particularly in Renaissance-era France. During the 18th century and later, armoires were widely known as “presses” for hanging clothes, and they were so large that they swallowed up the room where they stood.

In today’s modern homes, an antique armoire can be a striking, architectural work of art amid comparably unadorned furnishings. Whether you’re using your piece in the kitchen for cookware or as a food pantry, in the bedroom for clothes or in the living room as a media console, it will likely become a lovable focal point.

The evolution of the armoire can be seen in today’s corner wardrobes, which may rest on an asymmetrical base to account for corner placement, and even mirrored wardrobes, which feature a mirror affixed to the inside panel of one of the doors for convenience. Contemporary wardrobes commonly feature additional sliding trays and drawers and hanging space for clothing or linens, and the cabinet doors make them ideal for concealing televisions and computer monitors when such devices aren’t in use.

When choosing the right wardrobe or vintage armoire for your home, it’s good to have the following in mind: What are you planning to store in it? How much of what you’re storing will need to be housed in it? It should be big enough to accommodate your needs. What is the size of the room where your wardrobe or armoire will live? A large new piece of furniture in a modest space can easily become a hindrance if you have to navigate your way around it during your daily routine, so be mindful of the area you'll need in order to move freely.

Whether you are looking for an antique walnut armoire or a simple contemporary wardrobe, find the right piece for your home today on 1stDibs.

Questions About 1930s French Armoire
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
    A French armoire is a type of wardrobe that serves many purposes, unlike a closet, which is used only to store clothes. They are movable and have hanging space for clothes and they’re larger than a regular closet. On 1stDibs, shop antique and vintage French armoires.
  • 1stDibs ExpertJune 30, 2023
    What brides wore in the 1930s varied. Some wore long flowing dresses made of satin or silk. Long sleeves were popular and designs often featured only minimal embellishments like appliqués and beading. Because many people faced difficult financial situations due to the Great Depression, brides also sometimes simply wore their best dresses on their wedding days. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of vintage wedding dresses.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 26, 2024
    To identify 1930s furniture, first see if you can spot a maker's mark in hidden areas, such as the back, base, inside of drawers or under tabletops and seats. Trusted online resources can help you determine who produced your furniture based on these markings, and from there, you can research more to get a rough idea of how old your item is. A piece's characteristics can also be helpful when dating furniture. Many items made during the 1930s are examples of Art Deco furniture. Art Deco furniture is characterized by geometric patterns and luxurious materials, such as shagreen, marble, mother of pearl, mirrored glass, exotic animal hides and rare woods like mahogany, ebony and zebra wood. A certified appraiser or experienced antique dealer can provide an expert opinion on when your piece was likely made. On 1stDibs, explore a range of 1930s furniture.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
    Yes, people had record players in the 1930s. In fact, record players began to become more common during the decade and continued to grow in popularity throughout the 1940s, 50s and 60s. Thomas Edison made the first phonograph record player in 1877. Shop a variety of record players on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 31, 2023
    In the 1930s, phones typically looked like rotary telephones. They had either a round or square base with a numbered dial that spun when you dialed and a handset receiver with both an earpiece and a mouthpiece. A cord connected the handset to the base. Find a variety of rotary phones on 1stDibs.

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